District 8 Travel Guide
Ho Chi Minh City
Popular places to visit
Bui Vien Walking Street
When you visit Bui Vien Walking Street, a popular shopping spot in Ho Chi Minh City, you can browse for souvenirs. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Ben Thanh Market
No trip to Ho Chi Minh City is complete without exploring this bustling market where you can enjoy a traditional Vietnamese dish or purchase souvenirs.
Dong Khoi Street
One of two major commercial centers in Ho Chi Minh City, this street has high-end shops, cafés and restaurants as well as some of the city’s finest architecture.
Pham Ngu Lao Street
Travelers on a budget flock to this area of Ho Chi Minh City, which offers up quality rooms, delicious food and a variety of goods for very reasonable prices.
Saigon Square
During your trip to Ho Chi Minh City, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Saigon Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
Whether you want to see exotic animals or enjoy a stroll through colorful gardens, this park transports you from the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City.
Things to do
Mekong Delta and Cu Chi Tunnels Full-Day Excursion
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
From Ho Chi Minh To Mui Ne Best Day Trip | Sunset Tour
Cu Chi Tunnels: Morning or Afternoon Guided Small-Group Tour
Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks
Morning Cu Chi Tunnels - Join Small Group By Van
Top hotels in District 8
Hotel Nikko Saigon
Great experience and clean room
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Easy access on almost everything, clean, staff are helpful, very nice, kind, they are Great, we enjoy our stay
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
New World Saigon Hotel
For me, New World sai gòn hotel is perfect in every way — I’m very satisfied.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel
This is a nice clean hotel with very friendly, helpful staff. The bed is comfortable, A/C worked great and water pressure was good. Breakfast had a nice selection. I walked many places straight from the hotel. There is a convenience store across the street and food options everywhere. I would not ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Good customer services and good location ! Highly recommended
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hotel Grand Saigon
Good
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around District 8
District 5
District 5 is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by An Dong Market and Hoa Binh Market while in the area.
District 10
District 10 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saigon South and Thong Nhat Stadium.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.
District 4
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in District 4. You might want to make time for a stop at Saigon River or Vinh Khanh Food Street.
District 3
District 3 is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to War Remnants Museum or Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theatre.
Nguyen Thai Binh
If you're spending some time in Nguyen Thai Binh, Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts and Pham Ngu Lao Street are top sights worth seeing.
District 8 Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels in District 8 by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Ho Chi Minh City neighborhoods
- More trip options
- Ben Thanh Market
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Landmark 81
- War Remnants Museum
- Saigon Central Post Office
- Independence Palace
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Saigon River
- Takashimaya Vietnam
- Aeon Mall Binh Tan
- Bitexco Financial Tower
- Vietnam National Museum of History
